6/1/2020

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We are excited to announce special graduations for our seniors who are entering the military. These students won't be able to make our July graduations, so each high school is doing something special. Please go to the Graduation Ceremonies for Military Students page.

Due to CDC guidelines, we are sad to announce that we will not be able to plan or hold senior celebrations/dances. We are so grateful to have seen most of you during cap and gown distribution, awards ceremonies and other events over the last couple of weeks.

The July 9-11 graduations dates remain the same at the Ocean Center. Please see the High School Graduation 2020 page for specific times and days.

5/11/2020 - 4 p.m.

2020 High School Senior Events

DELAND — Below is a list of planned high school senior events:

July 6-11

Graduation rehearsals and ceremonies (pending CDC social distancing guidelines) (Dates and Times). Tickets will be pre-sold by each of the high schools. (Tickets could be very limited per student to abide by social distancing guidelines.)

The process for picking up caps, gowns, and other senior memorabilia will be similar to the process used for laptop and paper packet pickups. CDC requirements will be followed.

Each school will have a make-up day/time for those who can't pick their items up on the scheduled day. Make-up days will be announced as soon as possible.

Update 4/26/2020 - 6 p.m.

2020 Backup High School Graduation Schedule (English version)

DAYTONA BEACH — The backup graduation rehearsals and ceremonies are scheduled to be held for Volusia County high schools beginning July 6 and ending July 11. Admission will be $3 per person. Parking will be $5 for ceremonies at the Daytona Beach Ocean Center. Tickets will be pre-sold by each of the high schools. (Tickets could be very limited per student to abide by social distancing guidelines.) Below is a list of the district's back-up graduation rehearsals and ceremonies:

Update 4/15/2020 - 7:15 p.m. | Message from the Superintendent

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Volusia County Schools Students, Parents, Faculty and Staff,

Tomorrow (April 16) the Instructional Continuity Plan (Distance Learning Plan) Phase Two will begin. This is an extension of Phase One. This is a plan that has been in the works for the past few weeks.

A team of more than 40 teachers, administrators, parents, students, and members of the teachers union, VUE, were involved in the process. They helped create, test and provide input on the entire system from the platforms, to the trainings, to the execution. Phase One was designed to be the pioneer platform of our first ever district-wide distance learning. We learned a lot in those first 13 days of instruction as we moved through Phase One, which helped us build an even better system for our second phase. Thank you for all of your help and feedback!

We are excited to roll out Phase Two. Canvas Phase Two is more user-friendly and efficient for elementary students, families and teachers. For example, the new and improved Canvas platform means no more uploading documents! There’s also a built-in immersive reader so students can hear the text being read to them if needed and can be changed to many different languages. Also new, it allows students and parents to know exactly what students have completed and what work they still need to complete.

Here is the link to a chart where you can see the difference between Phase 1 and Phase 2:

As you can see, for Elementary, Middle and High School distance learning, we have reduced the number of over-all instructional minutes that are required, and we are looking at minimizing the number of assignments required.

If you need help:

We have a hotline for students, parents and teachers to call in for assistance on our district website, vcsedu.org. This hotline is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.

Elementary students who are using iPads, please use the Canvas Student app and NOT the ClassLink app. As for students using a laptop, please continue using VPortal to access Canvas.

We will have weekly surveys on our ICP plan. These surveys will be sent to VCS families via email and text.

All K-12, students with disabilities have digital and/or print content available to them. In addition to the digital platform, students in Multi VE/VE Modified programs also have access to a comprehensive, curriculum packet.

For the latest information on the ICP, commonly asked questions, video tutorials and more, you can visit the VCS district website at vcsedu.org.

Update 4/14/2020 - 1:30 p.m.

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High School Graduation Plans

DeLand - At this time, Volusia County Schools seniors have graduation ceremonies scheduled for May. If these dates have to be canceled due to social distancing orders, we now have confirmed back-up dates for graduations to be held during the week of July 6, 2020.

After consulting with student leadership at our ten high schools and their principals, the overwhelming response was a desire to have a traditional graduation as opposed to alternative venues.

We will continue researching the viability of other senior activities such as yearbook signings, senior breakfast alternatives, college signings, academic and athletic awards ceremonies and will continue communicating with our student government leaders, principals, parents and other stakeholders.

Update 4/13/2020 - 5 p.m.

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Good evening VCS families,

We thank you for your support and patience during this unprecedented time. The Instructional Continuity Plan (distance learning plan) Phase 1 ends this Wednesday, April 15. Phase 2 of the ICP starts this Thursday, April 16. Phase 2 of the ICP will be posted on our district website at vcsedu.org as well as sent in email and text to families and staff on Thursday morning.

Packets will also be available at schools for families that do not have the technology at home for the ICP digital option. These packets will be distributed at schools on Wednesday, April 15 and/or Thursday, April 16 at all schools. Each school will be communicating their distribution information prior to Wednesday.

As for handing in finished phase 1 packets, each school will have a drop box set up for students and families to deliver these finished packets. You can bring your finished phase 1 packet to the school to drop off when you pick up a packet for phase 2 on Wednesday, April 15 and/or Thursday, April 16. Please make sure both the student's name and the student's teacher's name are on the packet when you turn it in.

Update 4/10/2020 - 5:30 p.m.

Several updates have been made to the list of stops on the Food Distribution - Buses page. Please check the list to verify your stop and pickup time is still correct.

Update 4/9/2020 - 5 p.m.

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Hello VCS Families and Staff,

We are happy to announce, School Way Cafe is now going to be able to hand out multiple days' worth of meals at our food distribution sites at both schools and bus drop-off locations. This will limit the number of trips for students and families and limit exposure, while still providing the same number of meals for students per week.

This new distribution schedule will begin Monday, April 13th, 2020. Here is how it will work:

On Mondays, students will receive breakfast and lunch for MONDAY and TUESDAY.

On Wednesdays, students will receive breakfast and lunch for WEDNESDAY and THURSDAY.

On Fridays, (no change) students will receive breakfast and lunch for FRIDAY, SATURDAY, and SUNDAY.

The time of day and locations will stay the same (subject to change based on need).

Update 4/8/2020 - 9 a.m.

Most notably, a link to the Where's the Bus page for each bus has been added to the list of stops. This app allows you to see in real time where a bus is currently located and when you can expect it to arrive.

Update 4/1/2020 - 6 p.m.

VCS families and staff,

Today the Governor issued a statewide stay-at-home order. We are happy to report this does not affect our student learning, nor will there be any interruption in the distribution of food for students. Essential personnel will continue to report to district and school sites, while our many other employees will continue working remotely. Technology distribution at schools will also remain as scheduled.

Update 3/30/2020 - 5:47 p.m.

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VCS families and staff,

We received additional guidance this afternoon from the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus situation. Here is the new information:

Schools will remain closed and distance learning will continue until May 1.

All extra-curricular activities are canceled (field trips, sporting events, etc.) during this time.

All school district meetings will be held virtually.

We are awaiting direction on special events like proms and graduations.

Distance learning started today, Monday, March 30 for students working online and also students using the paper packets.

Edgenuity and Microsoft Teams experiencing temporary issues. Edgenuity experienced a slowdown today and Microsoft Teams had issues with calls. Both are related to unprecedented levels of usage nationwide. Please be patient as adjustments are made to both platforms to handle this high volume.

If you are a parent of an elementary school student and you have questions about core classes, please refer to page 9 of the Instructional Continuity Plan.

We know there will likely be questions. We have set up a Virtual Online Instructional Support Hotline: 386-626-0070. This hotline is for any questions regarding your student's online instruction. The hotline is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.

Middle and High School Laptop Deployment Schedule

Laptops will be deployed from 7 to 10 a.m. and 3 to 6 p.m. on the day designated for your child's school.

Monday, April 6

Creekside Middle

DeLand High

DeLand Middle

Deltona High

Galaxy Middle

New Smyrna Beach High

Ormond Beach Middle

Spruce Creek High

Tuesday, April 7

Campbell Middle

David C. Hinson Sr. Middle

Deltona Middle

Mainland High

River Springs Middle

Seabreeze High

University High

Wednesday, April 8

Atlantic High

Heritage Middle

Holly Hill School

New Smyrna Beach Middle

Pine Ridge High

Silver Sands Middle

Southwestern Middle

T. Dewitt Taylor Middle-High

We also have some commonly asked questions and answers about distance learning on the Q&A for Parents page.

As for food distribution sites for students, we have both bus drop-off food sites and school sites. Please see the following links for a list of locations (students must be present to receive food per federal guidelines):

If you are a parent of an elementary school student and you have questions about core classes, please refer to page 9 of the Instructional Continuity Plan.

We know there will likely be questions. We have set up a Virtual Online Instructional Support Hotline: 386-626-0070. This hotline is for any questions regarding your student's online instruction. The hotline is open from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily, Monday through Friday.

We also have some commonly asked questions and answers about distance learning on the Q&A for Parents page.

As for food distribution sites for students, we have both bus drop-off food sites and school sites. Please see below for a list of locations (students must be present to receive food):

Update 3/28/2020 - 9 a.m.

School Buses to Assist with Meal Delivery for Students

Week of March 30 - April 3, 2020

Volusia County Schools (VCS) Student Transportation Services will be assisting District staff with food delivery to centralized locations within the community. Meals will be handed out directly to families; students must be present. Student Transportation will also have the resources available should a shuttle run for additional food be needed.

Update 3/25/2020 - 3 p.m.

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VCS (Middle and High School) Students and Families,

Now that we have a plan in place for core instruction, we would like to provide guidance on our non-core classes. As you are adjusting to learning at home, you will have options for your non-core courses. Beginning on Monday, March 30, you will begin core instruction and will also complete an Instructional Continuity Log (ICL) for each of your non-core classes. The ICL offers a few examples of continued learning in those content areas. Unless your teacher has communicated a different plan for learning, you will use this log through April 10. Please record at least one hour per week for each of your non-core classes. Career & Technical Education (CTE) teachers will communicate a different plan of instruction by April 3 for the week of April 6 - 10. Advanced Programs (AICE, IB, AP) teachers will also communicate a different plan of instruction by April 3 for the week of April 6-10. The ICL and its instructions are accessible through the student's V-Portal. Students, please look for the icon below. A printed copy will be available at your school site if needed. Please send the completed document to your teacher by Friday, April 3, and again on Friday, April 10, unless alternative plans were communicated to you by your teacher.

IB Specific Info as of 3/24/2020

The May 2020 examinations as scheduled between 30 April and 22 May for Diploma Programme and Career-related Programme candidates will no longer be held.

Depending on what they registered for, the student will be awarded a Diploma or a Course Certificate which reflects their standard of work. This is based on student's coursework and the established assessment expertise, rigor and quality control already built into the programmes.

Student coursework, which may include Internal Assessments (IAs), will be used to determine a student's examination score.

More info from IBO will be forthcoming to schools.

AICE Specific Info as of 3/24/2020

All May/June 2020 examination series have been cancelled.

Per the Cambridge website: “We will be working with schools to assess students' achievements using the best available evidence. Students will receive a grade and a certificate from Cambridge International, given the knowledge and skills they have acquired in their programmes of study.”

Student coursework and related evidence will be used to determine a student's examination score.

More info from Cambridge AICE will be forthcoming to schools.

AP Specific Info as of 3/24/2020

All May 2020 face-to-face examinations have been restructured.

For the 2019-20 exam administration only, students take a 45-minute online free-response exam at home educator-led development committees are currently selecting the exam questions that will be administered.

More information from AP/College Board will be forthcoming to schools.

Career & Technical Education (CTE)

Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) is working to find a solution to On-the-Job-Training courses and Internships. Students should use the Instructional Continuity Log until further information is provided.

As of 3/24/20, Industry Certification exams are NOT cancelled. We are waiting on guidance from FLDOE on specific guidelines.

JROTC

Army JROTC has core curriculum online for students. Your instructor will communicate directly with you.

Air Force JROTC has core curriculum online for students. Your instructor will communicate directly with you.

No drills, color guard, etc. will be conducted in either branch. All other group activities/trips have been cancelled.

Update 3/23/2020 - 3 p.m.

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VCS Families, and Staff,

Volusia County Schools is committed to the continuity of instruction in the event of an emergency disruption that may result in the suspension of face-to-face instruction on school campuses. To prepare for any significant disruption in classes, Volusia County Schools has developed an Instructional Continuity Plan. The plan in place is prepared to deliver organized, standards-based instruction in both digital and print formats to meet the instructional needs of all students, with communication in place to ensure clear expectations for all stakeholders involved. Students are expected to start at home learning on March 30. Here is the link to the instructional Continuity Plan: https://www.vcsedu.org/icp.

For elementary school families that do not have access to technology at home, here is a list of where and when a limited number of iPads can be checked out at elementary schools: https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information/home-instructional-learning. Paper packets are available for families that do not have access to this technology or need paper packets.

For Middle and High School families that do not have access to technology at home, a limited number of laptops can be checked out at all middle and high schools on April 6-9. For these families without technology, you should get paper packets at your respective schools on March 26 and 27 in order to begin learning at home on March 30 before moving to the online option in April.

I know this has been a stressful, uncertain time. I want you to know our staff has been working long hours putting together plans for our students and staff.

While information regarding the COVID-19 situation continues to change on a daily basis, our students remain our number one priority. Virtual and Distance Learning will begin on Monday, March 30 and continue until April 15. Paper packets will be available for all students. As part of the at-home instructional plan, a limited number of iPads and laptops will be distributed to school sites for students and families who do not have this technology at home. Here are the details:

Elementary iPad checkout will take place from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on March 25, March 26, and March 27.

Middle School and High School laptop checkout will take place from 7 a.m. to 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on April 6, 7 and 8 at secondary sites (additional information will be shared for specific site deployment date).

Families with their own technology and internet access will be able to participate in virtual learning. We are working on instructional videos to help parents and students find and navigate the online programs.

It has been brought to our attention that Charter Communications will offer FREE Spectrum broadband and Wi-Fi access for 60 days to households with K-12 and/or college students who do not already have a Spectrum broadband subscription at any service level up to 100 Mbps. To enroll call 1-844-488-8395. Installation fees will be waived for new student households. In addition, Charter will open its Wi-Fi hotspots across the area for public use. The Volusia County School Board is not affiliated with this event/program in any manner, nor does it endorse or assume any responsibility for any actions which may occur in connection with it.

We will provide meals for students at the following 27 designated sites from March 23 through March 27 between the hours of 10am and 12:30pm. The link to these sites and more information can be found here: https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information. (we will be increasing this timeframe and the number of sites) We will utilize a drive-in procedure through our bus loops at school sites to minimize person-to-person contact.

We are still waiting on guidance regarding special events such as prom and graduations.

We will continue to monitor information that comes in from the state and federal government and notify you of any changes that will impact our district.

We will have a Question and Answer section on the district website early next week where you can submit questions.

Thank you for your patience. Please remember, we are all in this together.

DeLand- The Volusia County School Board will have a special virtual school board meeting on Friday, March 27, 2020 at 3:30 pm. The public can listen in to the meeting by going to our district website: https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information. For public comment during the March 27 meeting, please call this number: 386-734-7190 extension 20236.

As the COVID 19 situation continues to develop, your School Board members and I understand that you have questions, concerns, and fears about the impact on our school district and you as critical stakeholders in our system. Please rest assured that the Board and I will continue to monitor the situation carefully. We are working collaboratively with both local government officials and school districts around the state.

I just got off the phone with members of the Florida Department of Education, the Florida Health Department and Superintendents across the state. At their advice, and the direction of the Governor, our schools will be closed until April 15.

State testing has been canceled this spring. All extra-curricular activities are and will be suspended until further notice.

Preparations are in place for digital and remote learning for all schools. This at-home learning is expected to begin on March 30. We will communicate more on this during the next week.

We encourage you to use some of your spare time for writing, research, math games, Khan Academy and of course READING.

We are still awaiting answers for assessments regarding accelerated courses such as advanced placement, IB, AICE, and industry certifications.

We will provide meals for students at the following 27 designated sites starting the week of March 23 between the hours of 10am and 12:30pm. (we will likely be extending this and adding more sites) The link to these sites and more information can be found here: https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information. We will utilize a drive-in procedure through our bus loops at school sites to minimize person-to-person contact.

We are still waiting on guidance regarding special events such as prom and graduations.

We will continue to monitor information that comes in from the state and federal government and notify you of any changes that will impact our district.

Update 3/17/2020 - 6:24 p.m. | VCS Schools Closed Until April 15

The Governor has declared that all schools will remain closed until April 15. State testing has been canceled this spring. All extra-curricular activities are and will be suspended until further notice. More information to come...

Update 3/17/2020 | VCS to Offer Free Meals for Students Week of March 23 - 27

Please refer to the Food Distribution page for up-to-date information on which schools are offering free meals to students.

Late last week, at the recommendation of the Florida Department of Education, Superintendents throughout the state acted quickly to close schools for an additional week surrounding Spring Break. For Volusia County Schools this means students don't go back into the classroom until March 30. This is an effort to keep students, employees and families safe during this critical time. It also provides an opportunity for schools to undergo deep cleaning and districts to enhance digital and remote learning plans where needed. We are still working out some of these details. I want you to know that we will communicate regularly as this situation develops. Here are a few clarifications I can provide for now:

We are waiting for information from the state regarding student makeup day requirements versus waived days.

All field trips of any type are suspended until further notice.

VCS is offering free lunches for all students the week of March 23 through March 27 at multiple locations across the district. You can find this list on our VCS website at: https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information.

Students and staff returning from international or cruise travel will be expected to self-isolate as indicated earlier. Every effort will be made to accommodate remote learning in such cases.

Preparations are in place for digital and remote learning for all schools if needed. In the meantime, we encourage you to use some of your spare time for writing, research, math games, Khan Academy and of course READING.

Stay tuned for further updates as information becomes available. Remember to follow prevention measures shared previously. Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

We received additional guidance this afternoon from the Florida Department of Education (FLDOE) regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus situation. Here is the new information:

We are extending our Spring Break an additional week. VCS schools are now closed from March 13 through March 29. School will resume March 30.

We will be cancelling all extra-curricular activities (field trips, sporting events etc.) during these two weeks.

As for travel and school/work attendance for students and employees:

We will delay testing for two weeks.

District staff has established an instructional learning plan should we need to shut down schools in the future.

The CDC and the Florida Department of Education are recommending cruise travelers self-isolate for 14 days upon returning. This information is being shared with all districts. The notice from FLDOE today says, “Anyone who goes on a cruise, anywhere, must self-isolate for 14 days upon return.”

Additionally, FLDOE has said, “Anyone who goes on foreign travel, to any country, must self-isolate for 14 days upon return.”

Student absences will be excused, and students will be allowed to complete assignments and tests. Arrangements can be made through the school once parents notify administration that their child will need to self-isolate.

We know it's frustrating to have to consider a change in your travel plans or to have to make adjustments upon your return. Please understand that this is a rapidly changing situation. We are in constant contact with the DOH and FLDOE, and all decisions are made in collaboration. We will provide information as it is available.

Update 3/12/2020 - 2:30 p.m.

Here is a video reminder on how to properly wash your hands. Always make sure to wash your hands with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom, before eating and after blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing.

I know there is a lot of anxiety and anticipation surrounding the Coronavirus. I want you to know VCS district staff is carefully monitoring the situation. At this time, all of our schools and district offices are open and operating as usual.

I have been in regular contact with the Governor, the Florida Department of Health, the Department of Education, and superintendents across the state of Florida.

Should we have to shut down any schools in the future, we are prepared to implement an instructional continuity plan, if necessary.

The safety, health, and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the risk of infection remains low for the general public in Florida and across the United States. The elderly and anyone with underlining health issues are more likely to have a harder time with this virus. The Florida Department of Health will contact the school district in the event someone tests positive for the virus. Preventing the spread of germs for all respiratory diseases including Coronavirus is among the most powerful tools for staying healthy, according to the CDC.

We will continue with our regular communications, and as always you can check our district website (www.vcsedu.org), and our Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram pages for up to date information.

Spring Break begins this Friday, March 13, for students, and continues through March 22.

All Central Florida school superintendents continue to carefully monitor the COVID-19 situation. Following a call with the Florida Commissioner of Education this morning and based on his strong recommendations, all student field trips involving air travel will be suspended immediately through the end of the current school year. District and school staff members will work with parents and travel companies on appropriate cancellation arrangements.

While we have been advised by experts that the risk to young people remains low, we encourage everyone to continue to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) guidelines and to follow healthy habits. Hand washing with soap and water remains the best prevention.

Update 3/9/2020 - 8:30 a.m. | VCS Health and Safety Message

Volusia County Schools is focused on keeping your student safe, healthy, and learning. We are working closely with the Florida Department of Health (DOH) and Volusia County Emergency Management to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The district is continuously monitoring the situation, coordinating with local and state agencies and ensuring we have the latest information to help keep our students and staff safe. Volusia County Schools continues to prepare and plan for all contingencies that could result from COVID-19 in the coming weeks.

Currently, there is one presumptive case of COVID-19 in Volusia County. The risk of infection remains low for the general public in Florida and across the United States. The elderly and anyone with underlining health issues are more likely to have a harder time with this virus. The DOH will contact the school district in the event someone tests positive for the virus.

Preventing the spread of germs for all respiratory diseases including coronavirus is among the most powerful tools for staying healthy, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Following the CDC K-12 school guide, the district has intensified the daily cleaning and disinfecting of all our classrooms, schools and buses.

Classroom desks, chairs, door knobs and any touchable areas are being disinfected daily.

We are ensuring soap, paper towels and hand sanitizers are available in all facilities.

Principals and school nurses are reminding students how to prevent the spread of germs: wash your hands frequently, cough into a tissue or your elbow not your hand, don't touch your eyes, nose or mouth and stay home when you are sick.

Flyers from Florida Healthcare on good hygiene practices are posted in schools.

We have created a video with a doctor with our partner AdventHealth to share with students and staff.

Students who are sick are encouraged to stay home. While our general attendance policy remains in place, schools will address extended absences on a case by case basis. Families are encouraged to communicate with teachers to stay up to date on lessons as needed.

Athletic activities continue as usual. The district is disinfecting equipment more frequently.

As spring break approaches, we encourage families to be mindful of traveling to high risk areas as determined by the CDC. As of this writing, these areas include China, Hong Kong, Iran, Italy, Japan and South Korea. The CDC's current travel advisory can be found at the link listed below. Families traveling to high-risk areas should notify their school by telephone immediately upon returning so that direction or guidance from the CDC and the Florida Department of Health can be implemented prior to the student's return to school. Reentry should include precautionary measures, such as self-isolation for up to 14 days.

We ask parents, families and employees to remain calm, stay informed, continue using disease-prevention strategies and trust only reliable information sources including http://www.floridahealth.gov.

Volusia County Schools will remain diligent in following the latest data available and will communicate with parents as we receive new information. All district updates will be posted at https://www.vcsedu.org/urgent-information.

The safety, health, and well-being of our students and staff is our top priority.

Update 3/6/2020 - 10 a.m.

Dr. Timothy Hendrix, Medical Director for our partner at AdventHealth Centra Care, details the best practices to protect yourself and others from Coronavirus.

Update 3/4/2020 - 4:06 p.m.

“Although Florida is currently considered low-risk for an outbreak of the Coronavirus, the Florida Health Department and the Department of Education asks any students, families and staff that have traveled to areas identified as high-risk to self-isolate for 14 days after returning from these locations. These locations which are considered a level two or three by the CDC are listed here: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html. These include China, Italy, South Korea, and Japan at this time. If our families, students or staff members return from one of these locations and experience flu-like symptoms, it's also recommended that you see a doctor and contact the health department.”

Update 3/4/2020 - 11:57 a.m.

Important Information about the Coronavirus

Volusia County Schools wants to share important resources regarding the Coronavirus and information regarding keeping children healthy.

The 2019 novel coronavirus (COVID-19) is a new virus that causes respiratory illness in people and can spread from person to person. This virus was first identified during an investigation into an outbreak in Wuhan, China. It is being closely monitored by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Learn more about the coronavirus in this FACT SHEET.

This is an emerging situation and VCS will continue to monitor and provide updates as they become available.

Update 2/27/2020 - For Immediate Release

Coronavirus Information

DeLand - The health and safety of our students and faculty is a top priority for the Volusia County School Board. With that in mind, the district has a plan in place, if the county experiences any cases of the Coronavirus. The district has been in contact with the Volusia County Health Department and the Volusia County Emergency Management regarding the Coronavirus. There are currently no reported cases of the Coronavirus in Florida.

As with any contagious illness, parents, students and staff are asked to stay home from work or school to avoid spreading infections, including influenza, to others in the community. Avoid close contact with people who are coughing or otherwise appear ill. Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth. Wash hands frequently to lessen the spread of respiratory illness. People experiencing cough, fever and fatigue, possibly along with diarrhea and vomiting, should contact their physician.

We take the health of our students and faculty seriously and will follow all recommendations from the county and state. As updates happen, we will communicate through email and on the district website.